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HOW CANNABIS CAN HELP YOUR PET
Through the consumption of cannabinoids, your pet can receive the same incredible benefits as humans. The Pet Issue p12
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Though research exists on how cannabis helps ety of conditions, said Alison Ettel, CEO and Found- pets facing medical problems like cancer, that lim- er of the company. “We’re always looking for what ited data pool is only the beginning if you want to will work better with less dosage.” help a pet through a heart-wrenching condition. That “Ours is based on observational data, because we just wouldn’t do for Northern California company are seeing different results from what research says. Treatwell, so they’re filling in the gaps themselves to Like with THCA, which I’m playing with right now,” help an exotic range of patients. Ettel said. Even though many human cannabis stud- To create the most effective treatments for critters ies use dog’s as test subjects, she said, that “there are big and small, Treatwell works with pet patients of many factors that could be affecting those studies. It all kinds (as well as humans) to create data sets that could be the extraction method, or that a certain ter- allow them to look at the possibilities for a wide vari- pene is missing. With trim versus flower, we’re no-
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ticing a huge difference.” By controlling the source “Curing myself of an incurable disease lead me of cannabis, the dosage and other factors, Treatwell to realize it should be explored in other avenues,” can understand the effects better. and that other mammals could potentially have their When Treatwell was launched in 2014, Ettel part- lives elongated or their last days made more com- nered with Harry, who prefers not to use his full fortable, Harry said. “In Humboldt [County], there’s name, a Southern Humboldt farmer and extractor one dog for every person up here. We love our dogs. who has worked with people patients for over 20 It was intuitive after a while. We gave it topically, years and has treated dogs for 10 years, particularly originally. We had a dog with a huge tumor on its leg, seizures in dogs. Harry started healing himself with and within days there was a reduction in the tumor. cannabis after modern medicine failed to address At that point, the owner wanted to give it to the dog his severe autoimmune issues. He made medicine orally as well. They started slow and it did well. The for other human patients as well, and the decision to dog lived six years after that.” start helping pets came naturally. “Alison and myself, both of our lives were dra- matically changed by cannabis personally, and we
8 | TheEmeraldMagazine.com 9 | Emerald | March 2017 (below) Treatwell’s founder, Alison Ettel THC -- it causes too much stress. Very different than “The main thing [is that] every dose is different, “When you look at the studies that exist and see how ferent hormones. There are many pathways af- humans. In humans, you often need higher THC, but just like with humans. They need to experiment and they were conducted, it renders [them] moot. When fected by hormones in the body. Cardiovascular we haven’t found that in animals. The highest we’ve find the [lowest dosage] that will help,” Ettel said. the studies are dealing with synthetics or a single disease, in particular, and some of the cancers are needed was a 50/50 ratio.” “Hot spots” on dogs -- areas where a dog will chew string of molecules, it’s completely different. Some affected by hormones.” raw over and over -- are one of the conditions they are studies you realize only used males.” Do Pets Get High from working with to fine tune the best options. “We no- Not including female subjects in studies isn’t just Do you have an exotic or unusual animal Humboldt-Sourced Tinctures? ticed 20:1 was doing well. When we used it topically, a problem in pet-related studies. Why is it a prob- with a medical condition? Treatwell wants to The source of Treatwell’s cannabis for their tinc- it took half the amount of time. Then we combined it lem? This is best summed up by Boston University help -- they will provide tincture at no cost for tures is part of what makes it so effective. Harry had with tincture, and it cleared up in days. They’re much professor of Public Health, Julie Palmer, who in an exotic participants needed for their research. cultivated a genetics library in Southern Humboldt more effective when [combined],” but the work isn’t interview with Boston University Today said, “Some Contact Treatwell to learn more at that CBD-innovator Ringo Lars previously helped done. They’re always looking for the best treatment [studies] do translate, but men and women have dif- TeatWellHealth.com/contact-us him develop. “We only use untrimmed top-shelf flow- options with the minimum dosage. She’s also had re- er” grown with above-organic standards for the peo- cent success testing the possibilities of CBDA. “We ple and pet tinctures, Ettel said -- they have seen best haven’t played around with it for seizures yet, so it’s results when they leave out the trim and shake to keep not my go-to for seizures, but I have a hypothesis.” as many of the molecular bonds together as possible. New product lines for both humans and pets are Can Your Pet Help With Exotic Research? both have a deep interest in helping animals as But will cannabis tinctures get your pet “high?” in development at Treatwell. Ettel is especially excit- Goats, alpacas, horses, pigs, dog breeds of all kinds well as humans,” Harry said. “So, we started cre- This question concerns a lot of pet owners, Ettel said. ed about her testing of the effectiveness of acids like -- Treatwell has exotically expanded its patient list ating the proper formulations for animals. Alison “If you start small and follow the instructions, you THCA and CBDA. Harry said they challenge them- over the last year in the best way possible and is is really involved in collecting data and figuring will never get the animal high. If you want to help selves to keep up with current research coming out looking for more. out dosages. I helped basically doing the file for- certain conditions, 20:1 won’t do a thing. 20:1 is what and digging deep to find out what is real. At the end Research is at the backbone of what Treatwell’s mulations of all the tinctures and away we went. we sell the most of; it does the most for pain. In hu- of the day, it comes back to who receives the med- team does. Many of their patients’ owners turn to We’ve had a lot of success in a number of areas.” mans, it does well for anxiety and mild inflammation. icine, be they two-legged or four-legged creatures: cannabis options only after exhausting traditional Treatwell started with offering human-focused But in animals we are seeing it as a very good pain “We’re all about patients because we are patients,” veterinary medicine. Working closely with patients product lines and soon after saw the need for reliever. The minute it crosses over into other areas, Harry said. they are studying has allowed Treatwell to gather pet-specific ones in the market. “They have differ- you need the higher ratio. 1:1 is needed for cancer, not crucial data. “Our research is based on observa- ent metabolisms,” Ettel said. “You shouldn’t give the 20:1 at all.” Treatwell can be found in select dispensaries. tional data because we are seeing different results human dosed products to pets. Especially pure Go to TreatwellHealth.com to find one from what published research says,” Ettel said. near you or to learn more.
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JAMES PRIEST In his article, titled “Introduction to the There’s No Better Time To Find Out More Endocannabinoid System,” Dustin Sulak, DO, states About Cannabis For Your Furry Family that cannabinoids play a vital role in the promotion Member of homeostasis (the regulation of internal systems Advancements are being made in the areas of re- to maintain balance) on every biological level. search surrounding pets and cannabis. This becomes The endocannabinoid system is kind of like the more evident as the market grows, and as more spe- cell mediator for mammals. This system is also cialists, such as Dr. Anne Lampru, recommend can- responsible for controlling body functions such as nabis treatments for animals. Dr. Lampru, a holistic autophagy (the breaking down and destruction of veterinarian in Tampa, Florida, is seeking success unhealthy parts of cells to be digested and recycled). stories about dogs using CBD.
Where Can I Find Cannabis For My Pet? An example of such a case is a 10-year-old dog Finding cannabis for your pet isn’t difficult if you named Diesel who suffers from a herniated disc. live in one of the eight states that have legal retail Cannabis has proven success for him and his brother access to cannabis. If you live in one of the many Tanker, who suffers from an autoimmune disease. other prohibition states, this may be a bit more diffi- “This is just the cannabinoid oil. This is not anything cult, but possible (some online companies deliver to with the psychoactive effect at all,” is what Dr. Anne all 50 states). The best way to find the medicine you Lampru, told NBC-2. need is to set up a visit or consultation with a veter- inarian familiar with cannabis or holistic medicine. In the CNBC report, titled “Pot For Pets,” an in The misconception many times is that your pet will depth look is taken at Kelly Conway and her pooch, consume cannabis the way you do. In fact, pet’s don’t Georgia, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with sy- usually consume THC, but rather CBD. ringomyelia, a neurological disease. Conway told CNBC that “It has truly been a miracle and I don’t CBD has many medicinal attributes without the say that lightly, I feel like I have a whole new dog. (left) Humboldt Honey at 8 Mile Family Farms. stoney effects of THC. CBD is known to be an anti- Georgia’s happy and relaxed. She’s not in pain. It’s convulsant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and more. amazing.” “Don’t worry she wasn’t Some people use full spectrum whole cannabis plant eating the plants. She was therapy for their pets, but this is often at the terminal sleeping when we were point to ease the pain their pet is in. de-leafing,” says her mama.
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Hollywood’s green carpet rolled out for the Doobi- ous Sources premiere at 4:20 p.m. on Saturday, Jan- uary 20th at the Arena Cinelounge. Members of the cannabis community, like the High Hipsters (pg 44), Medicinal Mike and Betty Khronic, gathered for the event and cannabis mixer. Phoebe Schiff, Marketing Strategist, coordinated the professional, pot focused APRIL 20-21-22 2017 event, which included giant doobies for posing pur- SONOMA COUNTY EVENTS CENTER poses. Gravitas Production is distributing the film, which screened at the Denver Film Society’s 420 Week, the 1350 BENNETT VALLEY ROAD, SANTA ROSA Cannabis Film Festival in Garberville, California, the Film Society’s 420 Week, the New York City Film Festival, and the Maine Cannabis Film Festi- val.
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Clif Lord, writer/director/producer, said he por- trayed the type of stoner that he knew, while normal- ta rosa izing cannabis use without calling direct attention san to it. The Reg and Zorn make plans and accomplish them, while smoking joints. They are not the neg- ative, stereotype stoners melted to the couch. True, these guys do make some pretty stupid moves, like Expo only: 3 days $100 trying to discreetly tail their subject in an oversized RV, but that is because they are humans and humans do dumb things sometimes, Lord explains, “don’t Seminar and Expo: 1 day $150 blame the weed.”
Jeff Lorch stars as Reginald Block-Hunsleigh, aka Seminar and Expo: 3 days $300 The Reg, and Jason Weissbrod brings Zorn Tappa- dapo to life. The Reg and Zorn film every single moment they share because they are paranoid about GET TICKETS NOW AT CANNACON.ORG - THEY WILL SELL OUT! a previous scandal The Reg pulled. Weissbrod and ® CANNACON is a 21 and over event! 15 | Emerald | March 2017 Lorch worked together on previous projects, and Lord’s direction and the actors’ abilities to work may be immature, dumb dudes trying to hustle a fake (upper & lower left) have experience as cameramen, which was import- with a camera is exceptional. All moving shots, news scam, but weed is not the problem. Cannabis is Photos by Remy Dixon at the ant in the characters they played. A lot of scenes which consists of large portions of the film, were neither good nor bad, but simply the contents of one’s premiere of Doobious Sources. are captured by Lorch and Weissbrod themselves. captured by the talent. With a beautiful balance of pipe. This is a refreshing turn from the obsession of It enhances the honest feeling. Creagen Dow plays fast paced shots and holds on certain moments, the either demonizing or ridiculing pot use in general (middle) Ky Kittridge, a young journalist just starting out editing by Miki Miyazaki and Concetta Halstead culture and film. Photo by Doobious Sources LLC and looking for guidance in the news world, or so created a nice, memorable juxtaposition. E. Shep- it seems. The jokes on the spelling of his name Ky, herd Stevenson and Christopher Lord scored the mu- The costuming by Jeannie Flynn adds humor and the Greek spelling he insists, had the Cinelounge sic for the film. Combined with framing and editing, style, and was notable throughout the film. For an rolling with laughs. Joe Cortese as Magnus Martin- the music helped drive the aesthetic of a youthful, investigative confrontation captured on video, The dale brings the pain in this film, and provides a solid, stoner garageband. Reg runs across the street in a sport coat, looking sharp contrast to the protagonists. He also handles very professional. Then, as he gets further across the the camera a few times. Even if their goals or ambitions are questionable, street, we see dangling overalls because for him it dubious in fact, that is who they are as characters makes sense: the camera can only see his top half, in The film opens with a hot box smoke session in the in the film and it unites them. “I wanted to create a the sport coat, looking professional. That felt realis- front seat of the Instant Karma News van. This is world where they don’t have to hide [pot use]. This tic, and absolutely hilarious. my favorite scene because the lighting and framing movie is about normalizing cannabis use and can- immediately sell the situation, and it feels real. It’s nabis culture,” Lord told me during a phone call the This fun film is a great addition to stoner movie cul- hazy, the colors are saturated and blown out in a sur- following week. “After seeing the movie a few times ture; it brings a fresh look and feel, while incorporat- real look, akin to something I’ve seen on a potent now in front of large audiences, it really feels like ing old classics like the hot-boxed van. It is definitely Sativa hybrid high, on a warm day in the car. Though a bonding experience, like we all sesh-ed together.” worth checking out at least once, and forming one’s this is a fiction piece, Lord included specific elements own opinion on the film. Though I would have loved to make it feel like actual found footage. There is a The Blair Witch Project was a style inspiration for to see more female characters, I appreciated the real- single shot on Zorn coughing and turning red in the Doobious Sources, along with Cheech and Chong. ness of pot, men, and fresh filmmaking. face that is easily relatable and accurate. During the Q and A after the premier, Weissbrod and Lord both One of the major departures from a typical ston- Doobious Sources is available to rent or own on Dish confirm that real weed was not openly used for film- er story, Lord explains, is that cannabis use is never Network, Cox, Charter, Verizon Fios, iTunes, Amazon Instant, Google Play, Vudu and more from Gravitas ing due to SAG and other union regulations. moralized in Doobious Sources. The Reg and Zorn Ventures. To watch the trailer and get the scoop, visit DoobiousSources.com, also available on Amazon, iTunes US and iTunes Canada.
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It’s generally accepted by biologists, if hotly con- tested by creationists, that five hundred million years ago or so, the Sea Squirt arrived on the evolutionary scene. As its somewhat rude common name would suggest, this wasn’t exactly the most sensational of harbingers. After all, the Sea Squirt is a lowly feed- er that lives at the bottom of the ocean. Despite the fact that it’s technically a distant relative for all us vertebrates, its largely immobile behavior more close- ly resembles that of a simple sponge. (I once had a housemate of whom much the same could be said, but I digress…) There’s something to be said for the slow burner, and perhaps it is, ahem, high time that credit is given. As Maurice Elphick, Professor of Animal Physiology and Neuroscience at Queen Mary University of Lon- TIME TO ENACT don, demonstrated in works such as “The Evolution and Comparative Neurobiology of Endocannabinoid EQUAL ACCESS Signaling,” it was none other than the Sea Squirt that first had the brilliant impulse to create cannabinoids, and establish them at the origins of the developing central nervous system, thus ensuring that all ensuing vertebrates would have tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) receptors. Now that’s what I call forward thinking! You go Understanding the evolution of cannabinoids Sea Squirt! helps veterinarians appreciate the unique role The cannabinoids’ resulting crawl through evolu- cannabis can play in the medical treatment of tion was extraordinarily comprehensive; it was also dogs. It also suggests some other, more HUMBOLDT COUNTY’S excruciatingly slow. Eventually, specialized sub-spe- controversial possibilities. cies were able to experience both psychoactive and FULL SERVICE physiological effects from cannabis and its derivatives. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Even more than humanity, it’s man’s best friend, the dog, that is outfitted with endocannabinoid recep- Load Calculations & Design tors galore. As one impressive slide in Dr. Richter’s presentation at the 2016 Emerald Cup in Santa Rosa, Compliance Inspections DIANA TRIMBLE California showed, “Studies from the 1970s found the dog to have the highest concentration of membrane Public Utilities & receptors for THC in the cerebellum, more than any other species measured.” Permit Coordination Perhaps this can be explained by the early origins of dogs, which go back to approximately sixty million Custom Lighting Controls years ago. Although the earliest primates popped up around the same time, the order was still comprised of Industrial Greenhouse both Prosimians (e.g. bushbabies, lemurs) and Anthro- Wiring Systems poids (this is where we start to come in) until twen- ty millennia had passed. The split between monkeys and humans didn’t occur for another fourteen million CONTACT US TODAY years. Simply put, humans, dogs and cannabinoid recep- Pictured above is the Sea tors developed in symbiotic harmony right up to the Squirt, which is said to be the present day. [email protected] first to create cannabinoids, However the use of cannabis for dogs – whether and establish them at the medicinal or recreational – has never really been con- origins of the developing sidered. Until now. central nervous system. 19 | Emerald | March 2017 Visionary veterinarians, like Dr. Richter, have pi- some cases, stomach pumping and treatment with blowing smoke into his “sometimes aggressive” pet oneered the application of various cannabis products charcoal may be required. reptile’s mouth. His defense; the creature seemed be- for pets. As he explained, just as with humans there In Richter’s practice, he avoids mishaps by help- calmed by the second-hand fumes. As the judge not- are a variety of ailments that can be relieved, con- ing pet-owners create carefully measured syringes of ed in his acquittal decision “the chameleon did not trolled, or even eradicated by cannabis. cannabis oil (for oral ingestion). Dosages start as low change color,” indicating it was not distressed, and Medicinal benefits for canines are similar to those as possible and are gradually increased to find the op- did not suffer any ill effects. in humans: nausea control, appetite stimulation, anx- timum level of relief. I contacted PETA to ask if giving cannabis to dogs iety reduction, anti-inflammatory effects, seizure But what if your vet is unsympathetic to the notion was tantamount to animal abuse. I received this re- reduction, relief of sleep disorders, and resistance to of cannabis-based treatment? What if he is support- sponse, attributed to Senior Vice President of Cruel- cancer, as well as reducing side-effects of some phar- ive, but can’t say so? ty Investigations, Daphna Nachminmovitch, “If the maceutical medicines. Indeed, the American Veterinary Medical Asso- proper administration of marijuana can truly relieve As far as the risks, those seem to be reasonable, ciation (AVMA) has stated that the protections from a dog’s pain, then they should be given the same con- according to research presented by Richter. prosecution that exist for physicians recommending sideration that humans in pain are given, with regular being “unnatural,” many animals positively crave a Even so, Richter said it’s crucial to involve veteri- cannabis to their human patients in certain states, “do doses to help reduce their misery. It’s entirely a differ- good buzz. To quote Siegel, “…animals have guid- narians in any decision to treat a pet with cannabis. It not apply to veterinarians, for whom it is illegal in ent matter to amuse oneself by getting the cat drunk ed us to a variety of sources of drugs throughout the may be hard to kill a dog with cannabis, but you could every state to prescribe or recommend marijuana to or the dog high.” ages. In AD 900 an Abyssinian herder noticed that certainly cause it to suffer by giving it too much. In treat a patient.” Encouraged by PETA’s stance, I decided to see his animals were energized after eating the bright Accordingly, the ASPCA’s webpage on “mari- how things stood in a pro-canna state like Colorado. red fruit of a tree that would later be named coffee. juana” describes cannabis as toxic to dogs, cats, and I was surprised to see the popular article, published A shepherd in Yemen discovered the popular Middle horses. It doesn’t allow for any medicinal, or recre- in the Denver Post in 2013, “Pot and Pets: For Them Eastern stimulant khat, similar to amphetamine, by ational, attributes and gives a phone number for Poi- a High is Dangerous - So Stash that Stash,” by veteri- watching goats run wild after chewing the leaves…. son Control “if your pet ingested this plant.” narian Stephen M. Sheldon. After sampling the numbing nectar of certain or- So, has anyone ever actually been prosecuted for In this, Dr. Sheldon focused on the dangers of chids, bees drop to the ground in a temporary stupor, giving their pets cannabis? leaving one’s herb within Fido’s reach, and stated that then weave back for more. Birds gorge themselves on I was relieved to find no evidence of a veterinari- “It is unnatural for animals to be intoxicated. They’re inebriating berries, then fly with reckless abandon. … an being prosecuted, although it’s possible. Owners, uncomfortable with it.” Elephants purposely get drunk on fermented fruit.” on the other hand, should consider the 2015 “animal Not according to the seminal work of Ronald K. If medicinal approval of cannabis for dogs is on cruelty” case against one aptly named Bruce Blunt. Siegel whose 1989 book, “Intoxication: The Univer- the horizon, can acceptance of their recreational use The Chicago PD took Binna, Mr. Blunt’s pet cha- sal Drive for Mind-Altering Substances,” presented be far behind? Clearly, more research is needed. meleon, into protective custody after PETA report- a persuasive case for pan-species partying. Far from (above) Veterinarian, Dr. Richter ed a video posted on Facebook which showed Blunt
ASPCA is the American Society for the Prevention of PETA is the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Animal Cruelty to Animals. To learn more, visit ASPCA.org To learn more, visit PETA.org
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Oregon-based Veterinarian Gives Her Expert Advice
Dr. Moriah Kaufman is a veterinarian who works in the Portland/Gresham area of Oregon.
She gave us a vet’s perspective on the efficacy and future of cannabis as a treatment for pets. Emerald Magazine: How do dogs and cats react “There is a growing body of veterinary evidence that says it can cure anything from muscle pain Her opinions and views are strictly those of a scientist and do not necessarily reflect the views to THC? that cannabis can reduce pain and nausea in chron- to cancer, while having no side effects or negative MK: It’s something we mostly see in dogs. Cats ically ill or suffering animals, often without the aspects whatsoever, is probably due for some very of anyone other than Dr. Kaufman, unless otherwise stated. Precisely Engineered, don’t really ingest too much THC, because dogs dulling effects of narcotics. This herb may be able close inspection and research. Pet owners need to are more likely to go after an owner’s edibles. Typi- to improve the quality of life for many patients, use critical thinking regarding these claims, to de-
ART COSGROVE cally, what we see is hypothermia, dysphoria -- that even in the face of life-threatening illnesses.” termine if the therapy has a real potential to help Skillfully Crafted means confusion, shaking, seizure-like activity their pets while also managing their own expecta- -- they’re often hyper-responsive to stimuli. Some- The AVMA is still officially against recommending tions. times they’ll scream in what seems like pain if you it, but there are some vets that advocate using it, touch them (it may just be surprise). These are signs and there have been some CBD products developed EM: Does the pet pharmacology world have Ideal for preprocessing of of confusion and fear, as if they don’t know where for pets. Some of them have even been developed the same problem with opioid dependence and they are. It’s just not a good experience for them. and tested by vets as well. There’s a lot of positive over-prescription? clear/distillates & edibles anecdotal evidence coming out for use of these MK: There is some evidence to suggest dogs in- EM: What is it about THC that is toxic to dogs? products, so it’s certainly a good possibility we’ll crease their tolerance to opioids, though it’s unclear · Patent pending maceration process. MK: Dogs can’t choose to be high. So it’s like eventually get to the point where vets are prescrib- how much. There isn’t a similar epidemic of abuse they’re overdosing on something that causes neg- ing it, but we’re not there yet. of the drug as there is with humans, however, I will · 30 lbs. System - $16,000 ative side effects -- now does that mean that toxic say there is a potential problem with owners abus- (Jacketed - $19,000) metabolites are affecting their organs? In extreme EM: Do you have patients who use cannabis as ing their pets medications. That’s always some- cases, yes, but in a more traditional sense of the a treatment? thing we think about when we prescribe opioids to · 5 lbs. System - $7,000 term ‘toxicity,’ as in a poison, it’s not the same MK: I’ve definitely had owners say that they give pets; is the medication actually going to the pets? thing. these types of products to their pets, some owners Or the owners? But clearly an alternative therapeu- Ell River Hydroponics (Fortuna) [with] positive results. These are typically in pets tic option (like CBD treatment) could help alleviate EM: Do you recommend the use of cannabis for who are on a lot of different therapies; animals that that problem. Trim Scene Solutions (Redway) pets in any therapeutic form? either have advanced cancer or severe orthopedic Emerald River Nursery (Willits) MK: We’re still really far from having good stud- conditions that cause them to be in chronic pain EM: So there’s promise in using cannabinoids ies and good dosing recommendations for animals. [...]. So for them to start giving CBD oil and then as treatment, but you’re reserving judgment as Growing Wild Garden Supply (Hayfork) The AVMA’s stance on it is [...] there’s not enough start attributing positive results to it may not be a a medical professional until more research and research, we can’t legally recommend it. As of now, clear picture of what’s really going on. results are done? 30 lb the law states it’s a drug that doesn’t have any ther- MK: More or less. I think some day soon, we’ll ATLAS jacketed or non-jacketed apeutic value. EM: In your experience, what are the most com- have the data we need. It’s crucial we have more 5 lb columns available JUPITER mon conditions seen in patients that use canna- studies on dosing, efficacy and safety in order to EM: What about CBD products? Is the stance bis? feel comfortable prescribing it. As veterinarians, the same on that? MK: Mostly it’s chronic pain and cancer. But a lot we all took an oath to alleviate the suffering of an- 5ʼ9” MK: The American Holistic Veterinary Medical of the sites that sell these products have a list a mile imals. If cannabis can help us do that, we owe it to Association (AHVMA) has come out with a stance long of ailments they can treat and cure. I think them to find out. that is open to its value. As stated by the AHVMA, most people know, or should know, that any drug
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23 | Emerald | March 2017 penes. When used naturally, explained Dr. Brandon, In addition to their own clinical research, conducted “The plant will do what you want it to do.” in large part by Dr. Copas, the team also commu- CANNA COMPANION BRINGS THE For example, she explained, “The endocannabi- nicates and cross references information with pet noid system (ECS), when provided with the proper parents and other researchers. ENTOURAGE EFFECT TO ANIMALS compounds, starts a cascade of events which results Dr. Brandon regularly lectures on the information in reduced situational anxiety,” she added, “In a she and her team have collected at local colleges and thunder phobia dog, if we administer those com- oncology practices. “These compounds are far more MELISSA HUTSELL pounds about an hour prior to the event, the ECS studied than we first thought. We know a lot more can get to work before the any anxiety occurs. When about them than other supplements. We’re just trying the anxiety is triggered, the anxious response is now to let people know; it’s not something to be afraid Canna Companion is helping to bring the benefits long time, and knew what we were watching for,” much less due to the ECS having everything in place, of, it’s something to learn about.” However, she ac- of the entourage effect to pets. she added. As the years went by, they started to care- usually without significant sedative effects often re- knowledges that more research is needed. “We may The company, headquartered in Sultan, Washing- fully administer cannabis to their other pets. They alized by more aggressive therapies.” know a lot more than we thought, but it’s only the ton, provides supplements for canines and felines of researched different stains, and dosage structures, CannaCompanion Joint, Neurological, Mood and Comfort Support for Felines. surface of what this system can do for our patients,” various breeds and sizes. Canna Companion supple- along with conducting their own analytical and clin- she said. ments come in vegetable based capsules, are GMO ical trials. Canna Companion products are truly therapeutic free, and all natural. The products are made from Canna Companion launched its e-commerce line WE HAVE ADMINISTERED supplements, said Dr. Brandon. There are a variety whole plant hemp, and contain a combination of phy- of supplements in 2014. The World Pet Association, OUR PRODUCT TO POT of benefits that pets can reap from hemp. Just like tocannabinoids and terpenoids. and the American Pet Products Association, among BELLY PIGS, SKUNKS, in humans, it can provide comfort and care, help Canna Companion products are recommended others, recognize the company, whose products are maintain healthy brain function, support mobility, and developed by veterinarians. The company is the tested by a third party and come with a certificate PARROTS, HEDGEHOGS AND combat anxiety, boost immunity, and aid digestion. result of nearly two decades of research by its found- of analysis. GUINEA PIGS. In fact, hemp is nutritious for animals. According ers, Dr. Sara Brandon and Dr. Greg Copas, both Canna Companion products include very small to several sources such as Agriculture.com, hemp world leaders in the study of cannabis science and its amounts of THC, explained Dr. Brandon. Each sup- fiber is used to feed livestock all over the world, applications for veterinary medicine. plement has a 3:1- 6:1 CBD: THC ratio. “One thing In terms of side effects, Dr. Brandon said there including the U.S. and the Netherlands. The animal scientists, who are also married, be- that we have found is that it really doesn’t take a lot CannaCompanion Joint, Neurological, Mood are few, if the right dosage and frequency are used. “Hemp is high in protein, fiber, and great for the came interested in the medicinal benefits of cannabis [of cannabinoids] to impact pets. In fact, even small and Comfort Support for Canines weighing 80 pounds or more. Animals may experience lethargy, dilated pupils, gut. It’s also rich in omega fatty acids,” added Dr. after Dr. Copas personal experience with it. “He has doses of CBD, CBG, CBN, and various terpenes af- and every once in while, might get a little wobbly on Brandon. pretty significant joint disease from previous sports fect animals,” she added. “With the right ratio, these their feet, she explained. Of the many reasons that she finds a need for injuries, and is allergic to opioids and anti-inflam- compounds are more likely to work better and longer Canna Companion supplements are mainly for alternative medicine and research such as this, she matories,” described Dr. Brandon. His research led together, more so than a high dose of a single com- canines and felines, however, the company is cur- said that, “the endocannabinoid system is so adapt- him to try cannabis. pound.” This, she said, is the entourage effect. “We rently researching administration in the equine able. It doesn’t too take much to influence, because “At the time, we happened to have a Rottweiler are full believers in [this] effect. We’ve seen way too community. In addition, Dr. Brandon said, “We have of that; it has the ability to fill in the holes where who was born with hip dysplasia,” said Dr. Brandon. many case studies to not buy into that.” administered our product to pot belly pigs, skunks, other therapies are unable to do so.” After much research, they began medically man- The company puts an emphasis on the use of parrots, hedgehogs and guinea pigs.” Though she recognizes that cannabis is “not a aging the canine with cannabis. Treatment proved whole plant products, specifically hemp, for this rea- The ongoing research conducted by Dr. Brandon cure all,” it may be the missing link to health and beneficial, however, “the downside was that he did son. It contains traces of THC, active and acid forms and her team has helped to create a database. Since wellness for all creatures. get high. Luckily, we’d been in the medical field a of CBD, and multiple other cannabinoids and ter- CannaCompanion Joint, Neurological, Mood 2000, the 17-year long case study, as Dr. Brandon For more information, and Comfort Support for Canines weighing described, has studied approximately 4,000 patients. visit CannaCompanionUSA.com 21-50 pounds.
Dr. Sara Brandon, co-founder of Canna Companion.
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Our knowledge has expanded exponential- A groundbreaking article from June 15, 2013 anonymous vet confessed to being “frustrated Articles like “The Lowdown on Cannabis in This same article recounts a most moving ly since the passage of medical cannabis laws published in the American Veterinary Medi- by the predominant view among vets that mar- Veterinary Medicine” by Dr. Heather Lewellan, story of a woman who successfully treated her around the nation. Attitudes toward cannabis cine Association’s (AVMA) “JAVMA News” ijuana is only a toxic plant.” Both asked for an and “Medical Cannabis: Is It Good for Our horse with cannabis. Her beautiful Paso Fino have crossed a threshold toward greater accep- announced that a few vets are now joining the increase in research. But as we know, it is quite Dogs?” by Susan Tasaki, caution California vets had such painful arthritis and degenerative lig- tance as more and more medical evidence is ac- conversation about medical cannabis. Author the challenge to get authorization to study this interested in cannabis treatment that they are not ament disease that she refused to stand, even on cumulated. The world of veterinary medicine is R. Scott Nolen found two vets willing to chal- federally illegal substance. covered by current medical cannabis legislation. opioid drugs. But a cannabis infusion in her feed just now approaching that threshold. lenge the pervading anti-cannabis bias among As of that article (the most recent info found), This must serve to chill the curiosity of many got her on her feet and able to walk. Wesbites, such as PetPoisonHelpLine.com their colleagues, one of them anonymously. The the AVMA took no position on medical cannabis vets. Coupled with the decades-long anti-can- The trouble with veterinary uses is that there and ASPCA.org, list cannabis as toxic to dogs, named vet is Dr. Douglas Kramer, who “believes while the American Holistic Veterinary Medi- nabis bias prevalent in vet med schools and in are no dosage standards and those standards will SVL 95-2s Track Loader cats and horses and focus on how to treat its ill there is ample evidence to support using mari- cine Association officially encourages research. official publications, it’s no wonder there is so be different for different species. Clearly, dogs • Best-in-class 96.4 HP engine surpasses competition effects. The most common patients seem to be juana in veterinary patients…” Additionally, the The situation is even more complicated with the little known about health benefits, outside of the are super sensitive to THC. That anecdotal truth • Original track lug design provides traction force of 12,178 lbs. dogs who have gobbled up someone’s stash or pressure of cannabis legalization. An NBC TV 6 historical record and anecdotal, though often has some science behind it. Dogs have many • High ground clearance medibles and are dosed with much more than South Florida report called “Pot for Pets? Med- powerful, stories. more receptors for cannabis, making its effects a therapeutic amount. While it’s definitely im- ical Marijuana in the Veterinary Field” stated We’re in a new world of old medicine. Old more powerful. But, is that true for cats or hors- portant to know how to treat the overuse of any that, “Marijuana occupies a strange set of honors because evidence shows that the ancient Greeks es or other animals? No one knows, yet. All we substance; the absence of any information on the Marijuana in the halls of veterinary medicine. On the one and Romans used cannabis to treat horses and know so far is that all animals above insects on benefits of cannabis is a disservice to animals hand, many veterinarians are desperate to study occasionally cattle, according to the report, the tree of evolution have an endocannabinoid and their human companions. occupies a strange it. Reports from pet owners who have used it on “The History of Medical Cannabis Hemp Used system, which gives them the potential to benefit Throughout my research, I came across only their pets, combined with research being done in to Treat Horses.” Some ancient recipes still exist from the plant’s various chemical compounds. one case of death by cannabis -- either human or set of honors in the human medicine, relentlessly pique our curiosi- for poultices (infusions or fresh leaves applied to As Dr. Kupkee quoted in the NBC TV 6 South animals -- in an article titled, “Medical Canna- ty. On the other hand, it holds the dubious honor the skin); seeds in a tapeworm remedy; infused Florida report mentioned above, “One thing is Trinity Diesel, Inc. bis: Is It Good for Our Dogs?” by Susan Tasaki, halls of veterinary of being one of the top reasons pets are rushed to oils used in colic recipes; even pulverized, dried certain… changing social attitudes regarding 5065 Boyd Road published on Bark.com. As the author points emergency clinics! In fact, a 2012 study showed leaves used for nosebleeds. Ancient writings marijuana have created a demand for knowledge out, the baked goods in question contained both medicine. that over a five-year period in which marijuana suggested using cannabis as a sedative, for pain and access that vets can no longer afford to ig- Arcata, CA chocolate and raisins, both well known to be tox- restrictions loosened in Colorado, the number relief, and to counter tissue inflammation. Even nore. We can only hope that science and research ic to dogs. Interesting omissions in those other of marijuana toxicity cases increased fourfold the U.S. Cavalry carried tincture of cannabis in will soon win the day, and provide the answers 707-826-8400 articles! throughout that state.” their field first aid kits. our profession and our clients are seeking.” trinitydiesel.com
26 | TheEmeraldMagazine.com 27 | Emerald | March 2017 The Emerald Gift Guide
The cannabis infused pet care market is thriving. Pet owners can now purchase everything from medicinal oils and edible treats to hemp-sourced bedding and toys. In addition to being rich in nutritional benefits, these canna-pet products are all nat- ural, safe, and environmentally friendly. Take a gander at all of the wonderful cannabis pet products in this month’s gift guide.
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